I’m a classically trained musician with a strong desire to pass my knowledge on to aspiring bassists. I began playing bass in my early teens and developed a love for the instrument while playing a wide range of genres.
Growing up in Mississippi, Memphis, and Chicago provided a solid background in Delta and Chicago Blues, and Memphis R&B. I’ve completed university courses in music theory, composition, and piano proficiency.
I studied under the direction of Chicago session bassist John...
I’m a classically trained musician with a strong desire to pass my knowledge on to aspiring bassists. I began playing bass in my early teens and developed a love for the instrument while playing a wide range of genres.
Growing up in Mississippi, Memphis, and Chicago provided a solid background in Delta and Chicago Blues, and Memphis R&B. I’ve completed university courses in music theory, composition, and piano proficiency.
I studied under the direction of Chicago session bassist John Falstrom; author of EADG 4 – Theory Text Book for the Bass Guitar, columnist for Mel Bay Publications “Bass Sessions” and Gibson Guitars. EADG 4 is endorsed by Glenn Cornick, former bassist for Jethro Tull and Rob Grange, former bassist for The Amboy Dukes and The Ted Nugent Band.
As an active member of The SBL Bass Academy. I’ve completed numerous master classes and courses presented by world class bass educators.
Curriculum is tailored to you. Interested in learning how bass guitar? I can take you from “rookie to rocker.” If you are a beginner or intermediate player seeking to expand your knowledge of the instrument and applicable theory, I have the experience and training to help you progress further in your bass guitar journey. Want to read music? I teach from the Roger Filiberto Bass Series.
Areas where I can help you develop as a bass guitarist:
• Technique
• Finger, pick styles
• Music theory
• Developing bass lines
• Reading sheet music, charts, tablature
• Modal System. Nashville Number System
• Effective practice
Lessons are taught in my studio, your home, or by webcam. No bass guitar? I can provide a right handed instrument for in-person lessons.
